Overview & Reviews

Quadrasteer is no longer available on 2WD models, standard wheel sizes have been bumped up to 17 inches, and on extended and crew cab models; a power sunroof that includes HomeLink and a deluxe overhead console are new options. Chevy takes a step backward this year with the return of rear drum brakes, as opposed to last year's four-wheel disc setup. A gasoline/electric hybrid model is also introduced in limited quantities this year. Basically a "mild" hybrid, the system provides no power boost, but does allow for automatic engine startup and shutdown at stops. This truck also comes with four 120-volt AC power outlets and is the only Silverado with rear disc brakes this year. The hybrid truck is only available in Western states and Florida.

• Roomy extended and crew cab models, strong V8 engines, innovative features, slick hybrid electric option.

• Cheap interior materials, questionable build quality.

User Reviews:

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  My First Truck - 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  By blippo - May 12 - 12:33 pm

  This is my first experience with owning a pick-up truck of any kind. Ive owned my Silverado for a few months now. The first thing I noticed with the Silverado when I drove it the first time is it drove like a car. I was surprised how well it rode. It has all the room I need with the extended cab. I took it off-road briefly and it drove well. So far, I am very satisfied with it.

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  New truck - 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  By tim - May 8 - 8:33 pm

  It rides great. Big but nimble. Underpowered on the highway. Theres a constant pinging at 70 mph and up thats very annoying. The tow package is perfect for around town, perfectly bad for the highway

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  Not a bad truck at 5 years old. - 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  By Trenton - May 4 - 8:33 am

  Recently bought my 2005 ext-cab Z71 silverado 1500 a few months ago, used with 90,000 miles on it. Im the second owner. Good things: Engine is still very quiet and runs smooth for having 90K on it, great on gas, ride is smooth, 4wd still works, interior in great shape, no electrical or steering problems. Overall still a great truck inside and out. Bad things: Doors rattle a little when driving over rough bumps, transmission shifts hard into 3rd gear and makes a "smack" sound. A/C makes weird gurgle sounds after I turn it off.

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  GM customers deserve better - 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  By warren - March 1 - 4:46 pm

  I get around 15.5 mpg. Its comfortable to ride in. Wiper blades were shot after less than 20 hrs of use. Exterior paint scratches easily. For what I paid I am not happy. GM got more for thier money than I did. Putting new wiper blades on a new $34,000. dollar truck irks me to no end.

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  A step up - 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  By Ben - February 7 - 2:00 pm

  I previously owned a 95 3/4 ton extended cab, 01 1/2 ton extended cab, and now a Z71 Silverado extended cab. This is by far the quitest, best riding of the three. Chevy just keeps getting better. I would enjoy a more attractive interior on the next model I purchase. I love the stereo system (Bose), but it is an option, not standard.

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  dont buy a chevey truck - 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  By mattcmore82 - January 11 - 10:50 am

  I bought a 2005 chevey silverado crew cab with 52k on it and have had one problem after another. All problems were descibed as very common to fix buy the chevey dealer. I have a very noisy rattling from under the sterrling colum also rattling from the a/c vents and lots of interior lights going out all the time. The dealer told me to fix all these common problems it would be about 1000$. These problems are small but every expensive to fix. I have also had problems with the factory cd player/radio making a buzzing noise threw all speakers and the cd player doesnt even work.

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  Z-85 - 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  By Dale - January 1 - 8:53 pm

  What a truck - the Z-85 with 20" chrome wheels really sets off the dark maroon color.

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  Not a good ride - 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  By Ralph Cooper - December 25 - 11:53 am

  Very bouncy rear end, not a pleasant ride even on smooth roads. GM says it is charteristic of this model, nothing they can do. Even with a load in the bed (1000+ lbs.) it still rides stiff. Had a 2004 model that was great, service mgr said they changed the design (both 4x4). I made the mistake of not driving the truck before purchase - assumed it would be the same as my 04. I would not have purchased this truck had I known. Looking for help from GM for 3 months but, to no avail. I switched to Michelin tires, some help but, still wears me out to drive long distances.

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  2005 Silverado Crew Cab - 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  By djdizee - December 20 - 12:36 am

  Awesome truck! The only thing I wasnt pleased with was the comfort of the seats on a long trip but any seat would be uncomfortable on a long trip. Was in a major, frontal car accident with this truck and it was the only thing that saved my life!

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  I like it, I love it - 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  By tripn3 - December 8 - 1:40 am

  I love my SS. I did have a few issues with power but I added a raised plenum, a 8lb turbo boost,borla catback mandrel bent exhaust, and remapped and programmed the computer. I still get about 10 mpg around town and it now makes a awesome sound when you spool up the turbo. I havent really deove it in snow or anything as I live in Texas but the AWD sure helps with the traction. Ill say it again I love it.. Very very fast.